Distressed Punuv 3 is a very bold, narrow, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Laqonic 4F' by 4th february, 'FF Good' by FontFont, 'Kuunari' and 'Kuunari Rounded' by Melvastype, 'Amsi Grotesk' and 'Goudar HL' by Stawix, and 'Palo' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, apparel, gritty, vintage, industrial, hand-printed, rugged, impact, retro feel, print texture, signage look, rugged branding, condensed, weathered, inked, roughened, poster-ready.
A condensed, right-leaning display face with heavy strokes and a noticeably worn ink texture. Letterforms are built from simple, blocky shapes with slightly softened corners and uneven edges, creating a printed-from-type or stamped feel. Counters tend to be tight and compact, while the distressed speckling and small bite-marks along stems and curves add surface noise without obscuring the overall silhouettes. Spacing is relatively tight and the rhythm is energetic, with small variations in stroke terminals that keep the texture lively across a line of text.
Well-suited for bold headlines and short, high-impact copy in posters, flyers, and social graphics. It also fits packaging and labeling where a rugged, tactile print character is desirable, as well as apparel or merchandise designs that benefit from a worn-in aesthetic.
The font projects a tough, utilitarian tone—like aged signage, workwear branding, or a poster pulled from a well-used press. Its rough texture and forward slant give it urgency and motion, balancing retro grit with assertive impact.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, forceful display voice with an intentionally degraded print surface, evoking traditional stamping, letterpress wear, or distressed signage. Its condensed build and strong silhouettes prioritize quick recognition and attitude over pristine neutrality.
The distressing appears consistently applied across caps, lowercase, and numerals, reading as abrasion or ink breakup rather than random deformation. The condensed proportions and dense interiors make it most effective where bold texture is desired, while small sizes may amplify the grain and reduce clarity in tight counters.